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house The word "house" can be a noun or a verb, and it’s often used in forming compound words (two words joined together to form one word).
When the word "house" is used as a verb, the sound of the "s" changes to a "z" sound: house. (s = /z/) To house means to provide a place to live.
The word "housing" refers to the arrangements available for living in a place. This popular noun can describe a house, an apartment, a mobile home, a tent, etc.
You’ll often hear the word "house" in combination with other words to form compound words (two words joined together):
*Note: When describing a house, it’s common to use the number of bedrooms and bathrooms in the description. A full bathroom has a toilet, a sink, and a bathtub with a shower. A three-quarter bathroom has a toilet, a sink, and a shower; a half bathroom consists of a toilet and a sink. Click here to learn more words. Published on January 8, 2014
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